Cardiac Sonographer

Requirements

• Any combination of education and experience that would likely provide the required knowledge, skills and abilities as well as possession of any required licenses or certifications is qualifying.
• Education: Successful completion of an accredited cardiac ultrasound program. Bachelor's degree preferred.
• Experience: None.
• License/Certification:
• Registered Congenital Cardiac Sonographer by Cardiovascular Credentialing International
• or
• Registered Diagnostic Cardiac Sonographer - Pediatric Sonography by American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonography (ARDMS)
• KNOWLEDGE
• These are the observable and measurable attributes and skills required to perform successfully the essential functions of the job and are generally demonstrated through qualifying experience, education or licensure/certification.
• Ability to apply judgement and make informed decisions.
• Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective relationships with widely diverse groups, including individuals at all levels both within and outside the organization and gain their cooperation.
• Ability to follow written and oral instructions.
• Ability to interpret physician in

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Additional Information

JOB SUMMARY This paragraph summarizes the general nature, level and purpose of the job. Under the direction of the echocardiography laboratory leadership, the cardiac sonographer I is responsible for the performance and acquisition of structurally normal cardiac ultrasound studies. Assists with complex congenital cardiac studies; works towards competency of complex congenital anatomy and physiology. Demonstrates knowledge of normal cardiac anatomy, physiology, and hemodynamics. Works towards knowledge of congenital cardiac abnormalities, cardiac pathology, and palliative/corrective congenital heart procedures. Collaborates with laboratory leadership to understand the diagnostic imaging necessary to answer the clinical questions. Performs diagnostic cardiac ultrasound studies on assigned patients of all ages and across all hospital environments. Assists in gathering ultrasound, and other medical data necessary to allow the physician to reach a medical diagnosis. Shows a high capacity for critical thinking, judgement, and skill throughout the role. Engages leadership to ensure that equipment remains functional. Participates in outreach clinics, weekend, holiday coverage, and on-call services as assigned. Maintains records and reports on equipment, procedures performed and billing. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS The essential functions listed are typical examples of work performed by positions in this job classification. They are not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, tasks, and responsibilities. Employees may also perform other duties as assigned. Employees must abide by all Joint Commission Requirements including but not limited to sensitivity to cultural diversity, patient care, patient rights and ethical treatment, safety and security of physical environments, emergency management, teamwork, respect for others, participation in ongoing education and training, communication and adherence to safety and quality programs, sustaining compliance with National Patient Safety Goals, and licensure and health screenings. Must perform all duties and responsibilities in accordance with the hospital's policies and procedures, including its Service Standards and its Code of Conduct. * Reviews indications for exam and other pertinent medical information in preparation for the echocardiogram. * Responsible for the performance and acquisition of structurally normal cardiac ultrasound studies. Assists with complex congenital cardiac studies. * Performs appropriate infection prevention. * Identifies patient per policy, including an introduction and explanation of the examination process to the patient, creates a warm environment for patients and family, instructs and assists patient throughout the procedure. * Utilizes ultrasound equipment to obtain diagnostic images on patients with anatomy ranging from normal to complex in accordance with imaging protocols. * Presents and reviews echocardiographic studies with physician and obtains additional images as requested. * Performs quantitative assessment of echocardiographic data in accordance with imaging protocols. * Assists in gathering ultrasound, and other medical data necessary to allow the physician to reach a medical diagnosis * Completes studies in an efficient manner. * Utilizing the cardiology PACS, documents observations and quantifications made during the study for final review and interpretation by the reading physician or other qualified medical professional. * Ensures studies are archived on the cardiology PACS network. Engages with leadership when technical issues arise. * Assists leadership to ensure ultrasound equipment & accessories maintain functionality. * Attends regular quality improvement meetings.

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